The BWI strongly condemns the attack on Amran Cement Factory in Yemen

05 April 2016 08:11

The Building and Woodworkers International (BWI) condemns the continues
wave of attacks on Yemen. The recent traumatic events related to the
Saudi attacks that destroyed the Omran Cement Factory and resulted in
the death of 15 decent workers and 10’s have been injured while leaving
the worksite heading back to their houses and children.

The Omran Cement Factory represents one of the most important
foundations in construction development for Yemen and provides both
direct and indirect work opportunities to hundreds of workers in this
factory.

The BWI, further reiterates the importance of guaranteeing Yemeni
nationals all the basic human rights, safe living and decent work
opportunities.

The BWI family again stresses on the fact that its primary goal is
towards the protection of its workers, regardless of age, gender, race
or nationality, so as to provide equal jobs, dignity and safe life for
all.